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Proposed 47 percent cut to NASA Science in FY 2027 during Artemis II

April 4, 2026Planetary Society, Lori Garver

The Planetary Society says the White House budget office proposed cutting NASA Science by 47 percent in FY 2027, creating a sharp contrast between a high-visibility crewed Moon mission and reduced science funding.

The White House budget office just announced their proposal to cut NASA Science by 47% in FY 2027, as the Artemis II astronauts are on their way around the Moon.
Here’s our statement and what you need to know:
As I cheer on the Artemis mission ... I fear for NASA's future. As proposed by the POTUS, gutting the rest of NASA ... may gut public support.
Planetary Society
Lori Garver
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